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Palatine Today
By the People, for the People
Person of interest arrested for alleged minor assault in Palatine
Suspect taken into custody after attempting to flee from police
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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A man was arrested on Tuesday morning in Palatine, Illinois after he allegedly approached and grabbed a young girl on Monday morning. The girl's cellphone was also taken, but she was unharmed. Police reviewed evidence and surveillance footage, leading them to take a 'person of interest' into custody after the suspect tried to run from officers.
Why it matters
Incidents involving the assault or harassment of minors are deeply concerning for the local community and raise questions about public safety, especially in residential areas. The quick response and investigation by the Palatine Police Department helped lead to an arrest, though the motivations and full details of the case remain under investigation.
The details
According to police, the incident occurred around 7 a.m. on Monday in the 200 block of West Wood Street in Palatine. The suspect, described as a man in his 20s with a stubble beard, allegedly approached and grabbed a young girl. The girl's cellphone was also taken, but she was unharmed. Detectives reviewed evidence and surveillance footage as part of the investigation, leading them to take a 'person of interest' into custody around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday after the suspect tried to flee from officers.
- The incident occurred around 7 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2026.
- Police took a 'person of interest' into custody around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.
The players
Palatine Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, reviewed evidence, and made an arrest.
Person of interest
A man in his 20s with a stubble beard who was taken into custody by police on Tuesday in connection with the alleged assault and theft from a minor.
What’s next
The investigation remains ongoing, and the person of interest will likely face charges related to the alleged assault and theft.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to help protect vulnerable members of society, especially minors. The quick response and investigation by the Palatine Police Department helped lead to an arrest, though the full details and motivations behind the alleged crime remain under investigation.
